Communication is the lifeline of daycares, schools, and afterschool programs. School administrators and teachers must be able to stay in touch with parents at all times, especially when it comes to weather-related closures and schedules for holiday breaks. The last thing educational venues need is recurring communication issues due to dropped calls or other digital obstacles.
This is why childcare management software is so valuable for any childcare program. Our childcare software features a comprehensive suite of tools to make communication between parents and schools smoother and more efficient. The interactive portals engage parents with school directors, program teams, and staff members to ensure their children are always safe and sound.
Parent involvement in their children's educational activities is of paramount importance. Online software covers all bases from a single centralized location. So whether you're a parent, site coordinator, teacher, or administrator, here are some of the benefits of using our apps and programs throughout the school year and holiday breaks.
The EZChildTrack Parent Portal has a user-friendly interface for parents on the go that need quick access to information. The platform can be configured – as required – to meet your childcare program needs. Childcare providers can even decide the access points they want to give to parents. In addition, the software makes it easy for parents to manage their account essentials, allowing staff members to focus on providing better childcare.
With the portal, parents can:
EZChildTrack's communications tools also make it easier for parents to send messages to multiple recipients. Administrators can quickly answer questions about school holiday schedules, activity cancellations, and modified drop-off and pick-up times.
With this feature, administrators can:
As they say, communication is a two-way street. While school officials need to stay in touch with parents, not everyone communicates the same. However, there are ways to minimize miscommunications for school administrators, teachers, and staff.
Here are some tips for schools and parents.
EZChildTrack software offers customizable options for both parents and schools. To optimize communication, it is best to gather feedback from correspondences within preferred channels. For example, some parents may opt for communications via text as opposed to phone calls.
Some parents may prefer email, while others would like face-to-face interaction. While it's impossible to please everyone, finding common ground is a great way to prevent stress and ensure group-wide updates do not miss anyone. Some ways to communicate include:
Many school children and parents look forward to the holidays each year. The festive lights, activities, and family dinners usually take preference over communication with schools. Therefore, it is best to determine the channels and communications methods that will not disrupt the holiday.
As a school administrator, you may opt to avoid traditional communications like phone calls. The same can be said for email and snail mail (letters). Instead, digital newsletters, blogs, and social media posts for live school announcements may be the best ways to keep parents informed – without overwhelming them with communications this holiday season.
Here are some tips for communicating during a break:
Remember, the holidays are a season where parents spend quality time with their children and loved ones. As mentioned above, constant communication may irritate parents and family members. As a school administrator or teacher, you too can relax and enjoy some much-needed time off.
These are some suggestions for effectively communicating with parents during the holidays. For more information, contact us today, and we can discuss the many benefits of using EZChildTrack for your childcare center or school.